Wednesday, April 23, 2008

Well what do you know, i made it thru another day, and what a day it was. To back up when i arrived sat they attempted to get a bone marrow to no avail, they told me they had enough blood that they could just test that.. Tuesday rolled around and quess what the blood got lost in "lab space" so now they needed bone marrow again. The doc tried to get it out of my sternum once again to no avail. He then sent me to the er radiology where they tried for an hour, finally we have hit BONE MARROW. So that was tuesday. Brian spent the night with me, coy took mom home with him so sleep in a real bed.

Now wednesday and round 3 of the "BIG GUNS" chemo its a alittle more laid back day. I have to go right this minute to get it started so will write more later.

18 comments:

Gay Hooper said...

Hey you,
Damn, sounds like they picked on you today. Don't you just love that magical disappearing blood. Makes you want to put a GPS system on it.
You are on our minds constantly. Everyone cares so much. Stay positive and keep your chin up.
Flash those baby blues at the doctors :)
Take Care. See you soon.
Gay

I bet Coy had to pack your mom out over his shoulder.. Tell her Hi.

JUSTIN & FASHION WATTS said...

Brenda-
We are so happy to see that the family is being so supportive in a time when you need and deserve to see so many smiling faces. Sometimes it's hard to be faced with unexpected news, but with a positive mind set and lots and lots of love and smiles you will persevere. We will continue to check in with you regularly!
LOVE YA

Connie said...

Hi There,
It is so good to see your smiling face and we are so proud of you!! You always have a way to make everyone around you smile and feel so special!! I keep thinking about going to Hillside for tootsie rolls but I keep hearing your voice telling me "are you sure you need these"! HA! Keep your chin up and that beautiful smile!! Love Ya,
Connie

Julz said...

Good morning! What's this bone marrow stuff all about? If for some reason you need a donar Kristi said she would get tested and of course I would too! I hope you are getting lots of rest on you "vacation"! Can't wait to see you!

Love Julie

Liz said...

Hey Girl,
Wow sounds like a real pain in the you know what. You hang in there and don't get discouraged we all love ya and you are in all of our thoughts. Wish we could all hug you and let you know it will all be ok. So for now know these messages are all hugs from afar. Take care.
Liz Taylor

Anonymous said...

Hey Brenda,
I heard about the blog from Cara Reichert. I wanted to know that we are continously praying up here in Ranchester for you. Take Care....we love you,
Shannon JR AJ Preston Moline

Cara said...

Hey Brenda,
Way to hang in there! It's great being able to keep daily tabs on your progress. And, what a great way to start my day by seeing your sweet smilin' face .. and the rest of the gang or most of them anyway!! Hi to all and stay strong - you're doing great. I'm thinking of you everyday ... Hugs & kisses from Craig, Kam & Kassidy Love ya!

Cara said...

Hey Brenda,
Way to hang in there! You're such a trooper! This is great being able to keep daily tabs on your progress. And, what a way to start my day by seeing your smilin' face and the rest of the gang - or most of them any way!! Hi to all and stay strong - you're doing great, of which I had no doubt that you would. I'm thinking of you everyday .. love you!

Tschetter's said...

Doesn't sound like a fun day. Is your mom sneaking you in some good ol' homecooking? trying to finish up the semester, but had good news in one class today - no final YEAH!! Tell your mom she needs to take care of herself also. It is good to hear you are responding so well to treatment.
Take care, if anything you need just hollar.
LOVE YOU ALWAYS
Debbie

Courtney said...

1Brenda,

This sounds so awful, but you sound so positive! The power of positive thinking will overcome! I am praying for you everyday!

Love,
Courtney

Amy said...

Hey
You are so strong and handling this very well. You look good and of course always have a smile on your face. take care of yourself. we are all here for you. Hope fully I will get to see you in July when I come and visit.

Love
Amy

Trudy said...

Hey there, Been trying to do this all day but my little brain couldn't remember the password I used the first time! Hope today is going good for you and that they don't lose anymore stuff! Miss seeing you - will be glad when you are back!! Take care, Love Trudy

Vickie said...

Made it home from WW. Bonnie said she will be praying for you. Can't wait until you are back. Remember OCPIF!!!
Love ya,
Vickie

Charlene said...

Brenda,
When I talked to you this morning, you sounded in such a good mood. It sounds like treatment is going good with the white count going down, thats fantastic. You will be back here at home before you know it. Keep up the good progress reports as we are all thinking about you.
Charlene

Lori Hartl said...

Hey Brenda, Mom called with the news, what a scare. You are a great gal and a very strong person, I know you will kick Butt!! Love this site, great to see you and get updates. Tell Aunt Chicken and the boys hi from us. I am going to be a Grandma again, Steph is due Sept. 12, and found out yesterday it is going to be another boy. Hope you get to come home soon.

Take Care,
Lori Hartl

amy roose said...

Hi Brenda, So glad things are going well and it's always nice to read the updates to your blog. Hope the transfusion works and those red cells start multiplying. Keep your chin up and know that we are keeping you in our prayers. Amy

Sue said...

Hi, Brenda,
It is kinda sunshiny here today. Maybe warmer even more by the weekend. Can't wait to hear that you get to go outside because I know Denver is lots warmer than us. Bald is in!! Think of you often during the day. Sue

Sue said...

Hi, Brenda,
It is kinda sunshiny here today. Maybe warmer even more by the weekend. Can't wait to hear that you get to go outside because I know Denver is lots warmer than us. Bald is in!! Think of you often during the day. Sue